Academic Staff Member - Spatial Design
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Academic Staff Member – Spatial Design
We are seeking a passionate and experienced educator to join our Spatial Design team. This role offers the opportunity to inspire future designers through studio-based teaching, curriculum development, and research or creative practice. A strong commitment to bicultural practice and Māori cultural capability is essential.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $74,400 and $97,700, dependent on skills and experience.
About the Spatial Design Programme
Our programme explores the intersections of the commercial and residential interior design, and urban environments, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and community engagement. We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and embedding mātauranga Māori into our teaching and design practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging studio and theory-based courses in Spatial Design.
- Contribute to curriculum development that reflects diverse cultural perspectives.
- Support students’ academic and creative growth.
- Maintain an active research or creative practice profile.
- Collaborate with colleagues to foster an inclusive, bicultural learning environment.
Required Skills & Experience
- Being conversant with current industry-relevant spatial design software and other digital design tools, and sustainable design practices.
- A degree in Spatial Design, Architecture, or a related field.
- Experience in tertiary teaching and curriculum development.
- Industry currency, a strong portfolio of professional work.
- Demonstrated understanding of Te Ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or a commitment to developing this capability.
Preferred Attributes
- A Master’s in Spatial Design, Architecture, or a related field.
- Experience embedding mātauranga Māori into design education.
- A developing or established research profile.
- Interest in interdisciplinary and community-engaged design.
Mō Mātou | About us
Wintec is a business division of Te Pūkenga, a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campus locations in Hamilton.
Wintec | Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
As a responsible employer and education provider, Wintec is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.
If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply.
